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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2012A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L TURBO (CCTA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSINFORMATION BUSSERVICE AND REPAIRDATA BUS ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC INTERFACE
2012 Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L Turbo (CCTA)
Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface
2012 Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L Turbo (CCTA)SECTION Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface
Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface
Removing
- If the control module was replaced, select the Replace function for the respective control module in Guided Fault Finding or Guided Functions.
- Select the function or path
- Follow the instructions on the Vehicle Diagnosis Tester display.
- Switch off ignition and remove ignition key.
- Remove driver's storage compartment.
- Remove the screw - arrow - and then remove the air guide - 1 -.
- Release retaining clips - 1 - and - 6 - by pressing them together - arrows -.
- Disengage retaining tab - 2 - on bracket - 3 -.
- Disconnect the connector - 4 - and remove the data bus on board diagnostic interface (J533) - item 5 -.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:
If the data bus on board diagnostic interface was replace, it must be coded again.
- Select the function or path
- Follow the instructions on the Vehicle Diagnosis Tester display.
- Install air duct.
- Install driver's storage compartment.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.